Did you know that more than 800 Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts do service for their communities on the Southwest Side? We complete a wide variety of civic-minded projects each year, including collecting food our needy neighbors through the Chicago Food Depository -- 34,778 pounds of food (28,983 meals) in 2014.

If your family and your son is not yet involved in Scouts, then now is the time. Please reach out to us right away so you don't miss the next opportunity to do community service or to participate in outdoor adventures.

I have many years of experience and many long time clients who would gladly provide referrals. I can provide you with a free estimate at your preferred date and time. Please feel free to call me 773-858-0926. Look forward to hearing from you!

Hi, I am a former teacher with 10 years of classroom experience in K-4th grade. I left teaching to have my baby girl, now 3.5-years-old. After she turned 1, I started working as a nanny, first for a family with 3 children (2.5 months, 4 years, & 5.5 years), then...

Hi, I am a former teacher with 10 years of classroom experience in K-4th grade. I left teaching to have my baby girl, now 3.5-years-old. After she turned 1, I started working as a nanny, first for a family with 3 children (2.5 months, 4 years, & 5.5 years), then for a family with 2 children (2.5 months and 2.5 years). I am currently looking for a new opportunity because the family I was with moved out of state. Ideally, I am looking to provide care for 1-2 children in my own home (in Canaryville, near 47th/Halsted) along with my own daughter. However, I am open to other options. I would love to discuss with you what your needs are and how I might meet them. I am able to provide a complete resume with references and I can be reached by call/text at 312-437-0606 or by email at nadiaes@yahoo.com.

I realize a lot goes into a decision to vote for one candidate or another. As many of you know, I have been very active trying to get elected officials to address health and safety concerns in Chicago viaducts (www.chicagoviaduct.com or twitter @chicagoviaduct.com). I can't help but think of all the railroads and viaducts in some areas where there was dismal support for Rahm Emanuel during this recent election. Englewood is one area lacking support. It's a strong African American...

I realize a lot goes into a decision to vote for one candidate or another. As many of you know, I have been very active trying to get elected officials to address health and safety concerns in Chicago viaducts (www.chicagoviaduct.com or twitter @chicagoviaduct.com). I can't help but think of all the railroads and viaducts in some areas where there was dismal support for Rahm Emanuel during this recent election. Englewood is one area lacking support. It's a strong African American community and is the same area where Demario Bailey, 15 years old, was killed (@64th and State) over his winter coat while on the way to a basketball game. Let's get better lighting, improve roads conditions inside, increase patrols, make reporting viaduct concerns more efficient, hold railroads and city services accountable, and clean things up. Better yet, please read the comments left by citizens all over Chicago. We have been at this for 6 months now. Take back our viaducts, take back Chicago!! Please share our petition at www.chicagoviaduct.com for #health and #safety!! Thanks.

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With 36 of 38 precincts counted, it looks probable that there will be a runoff between Daley and Kozlar -- presuming there isn't any last-minute hanky-panky. Maureen Sullivan's supporters are going to be a big key. Enormous dollars and efforts are going to be expended by the machine, but an alliance between Kozlar and Sullivan supporters would be formidable. No matter what happens, Kozlar, Sullivan, and the voters in the 11th Ward have taken a major step forward in restoring democracy there. Congratulations!

All you Daley Thompson people keep talking about age and inexperience. What about my nephew who joined the Marines at age 18 right of high school? It's ok for him to defend your freedom but it's not ok for someone who's 26 to run for Alderman? You people are a bunch of hypocrites. I'm voting for John Kozlar!

Everyone must come out to stop the murder, tax, contract, fixing family the Daleys from getting another of their own into government. He must be stopped and now we are ready for six more weeks of Jeanne Marie shilling for the low life Daley so she can get more real estate referrals.

Hi Everyone! I'm Pam from Gold Coast! I know I'm posting a little out of my neighborhood but I just wanted to say thanks and recommend my Dog Sitter who's local to your area and who's taken such wonderful care of my beloved Golden Retriever Max for almost 2 years now since my back surgery left me unable to care for him. Max is 16 years old and I know he wouldn't be around today if it wasn't for Kevin's...

Hi Everyone! I'm Pam from Gold Coast! I know I'm posting a little out of my neighborhood but I just wanted to say thanks and recommend my Dog Sitter who's local to your area and who's taken such wonderful care of my beloved Golden Retriever Max for almost 2 years now since my back surgery left me unable to care for him. Max is 16 years old and I know he wouldn't be around today if it wasn't for Kevin's compassion and care. Max could not get up on his own until Kevin took him in after my back surgery and helped strengthened his legs so he could get up and walk on his own again. My back condition keeps me from having Max back home at my condo but I assure you, he loves his new home and all his new friends! I visit him every week and couldn't say more about Kevin and how passionate, loving and accommodating he is to all off his clients. With that said I will leave you with a photo of Max and his best buddy Ragazzo! If you would like more info contact me or contact Kevin at Dogouton35th@gmail.com

Keep cool baybee. You have to realize your post is just vague enough to read like spam. It also looks fishy when this is your first post. I'm glad it isn't spam. I'm even happier your dogs receive excellent care. Kevin sounds great, and good for you for taking such good care of your doggies.

Thanks Tad! I really appreciate your help in explaining. You said exactly how I felt! Pam I'm a big dog lover myself. you should see my Facebook. I'm glad to hear that your story is indeed legit. My apologies. Just want to keep things real and honest.

Daley Thompson has said he was against the heliport, but I just found out he is getting money from the owner's family of the heliport to fund his alderman campaign! I live on 28th street and am against how they shoved this down our throats. And now Illinois records show that Mark Heffernan gave $1,000 to Daley Thompson's campaign. I am NOT voting for Daley Thompson. HE IS A LIAR!

Have there been discussions / postings about the removal of turn lanes at 31st & Halsted and 35th & Morgan? Following the latest repairs / road work at these intersections, turn lanes were removed - the lane to turn westbound onto 35th St. from northbound Morgan St. and the lane to turn westbound onto 31st St. from northbound Halsted St. Removal of these turn lanes has a significant impact on traffic since these are both busy intersections in the neighborhood. Also, they didn't remove the eastbound turn lanes from the southbound direction of Morgan and Halsted, so it makes even less sense to have removed the westbound turn lanes.

Free to good home. Kids play house in excellent condition. The last owners left it and our association has ok'd its donation to a good home. Has cute sink in the front that hooks up to a hose and FAB kitchen for a little one. You'll need a SUV or small truck. Its made of plastic so may be able to disassemble for pickup.

Hello Kasia! It's yours!!! I won't be back in the city until weekend of March 14th. Can you email gini@drfennessy.com and she can help to setup a time to meet for pickup? You'll need a small truck or something. I promise not to give this away and look forward to...

Hello Kasia! It's yours!!! I won't be back in the city until weekend of March 14th. Can you email gini@drfennessy.com and she can help to setup a time to meet for pickup? You'll need a small truck or something. I promise not to give this away and look forward to it going to a good home for kids to enjoy it. It's really darling. Address: 1111 W. 15th St. There is a loading dock there or we can use the side gate by racine viaduct. Gini will get you my cell number and we can text on the day you arrive.

The Opt Out bill –HB 306 – is in the Illinois legislature. Passage means that parents can decide what tests their child will take. Passage of HB 306 is the first step to get our state politicians to stop wasting tax dollars on 10 to 21 tests per year. It is the first step toward making our politicians understand that we want our children to learn about art, music, social studies, and science; values and skills that help kids develop...

The Opt Out bill –HB 306 – is in the Illinois legislature. Passage means that parents can decide what tests their child will take. Passage of HB 306 is the first step to get our state politicians to stop wasting tax dollars on 10 to 21 tests per year. It is the first step toward making our politicians understand that we want our children to learn about art, music, social studies, and science; values and skills that help kids develop the ability to cooperate, solve problems, reason, make sound judgments,and know basic civics. You can help get this bill passed by calling Rep. Acevedo (773-843-1500) or Rep. Esther Golar (773-925-6580). Help get our education system back on tract and stop paying billions to testing and grading corporations.

I hope there, very least, is a runoff and the voters closely examine the issues, the candidates, their passion ... its not credentials that makes a person successful in accomplishing goals and objectives its how he or she goes about it ... vociferously, exploring every option or looking for ways...

I hope there, very least, is a runoff and the voters closely examine the issues, the candidates, their passion ... its not credentials that makes a person successful in accomplishing goals and objectives its how he or she goes about it ... vociferously, exploring every option or looking for ways to cut corners and award friends or relatives.

The case is clear in some peoples minds ... others are undecided ... some people don't even know that there is an election next Tuesday.

I just hope that all three candidates show such an interest and love for the 11th Ward next Wednesday!

When all three 11th Ward candidates were asked at the University Commons candidate forum which Mayoral candidate they supported, the two politicians running refused to answer. Thompson gave an evasive "leaning" answer and Kozlar said he needed "more time".

But Maureen Sullivan said in clear, plain English that she supports Bob Fioretti for Mayor. That he's got the best record for working families.

This ward and this city absolutely cannot afford four more years of Rahm Emanuel and pay-to-play...

When all three 11th Ward candidates were asked at the University Commons candidate forum which Mayoral candidate they supported, the two politicians running refused to answer. Thompson gave an evasive "leaning" answer and Kozlar said he needed "more time".

But Maureen Sullivan said in clear, plain English that she supports Bob Fioretti for Mayor. That he's got the best record for working families.

This ward and this city absolutely cannot afford four more years of Rahm Emanuel and pay-to-play politics.

In fact, this ward cannot afford any politician at all. What it badly needs instead is a representative. Someone who speaks plainly, has no conflicts of interest, and whose platform has not changed to match the opposition since the start of this race in August.

The ONLY candidate in this race who can say that is Maureen Sullivan.

When our elected leaders have gigantic conflicts of interest, and when we accept weasel-worded answers, we give away our representation under the law.

That representation is precious, and we should protect it! Never give in to pay-to-play!

This is interesting. I will have to dig in. Chris Zorich, the former Bear and Notre football star, had a similar problem with his inability to properly account for the funds his NPO received. If I remember correctly he was prosecuted and, even with some of the best attorneys in Chicago and by all accounts proof that his NPO fed and helped thousands, he just narrowly avoided jail time by agreeing to repay a very large sum of money.

I just got off the phone w/ a telemarketer canvassing for Patrick D. Thompson. He was polite enough but his script was a little light on facts. I guess that is to be expected of paid canvassing. They generally don't live in the area. Is anyone else getting these calls?

But we are allowed to vote. It really wouldn't be a disaster if there were some brawling at city hall. The longer Rahm stays the longer Rahm will stay. How can he be popular? Chicago is just convenient for him.

You're comparing a PAC that has $150k according to their last quarterly (CTU), to one that has $1.9M (Chicago Forward). CTU cannot pay canvassers but they do have teacher fighting to prevent their jobs from being annihilated by this administration. Chicago Forward paid people to collect signatures for Rahm and now they're paying people to hustle votes for Rahm and his cronies and rubber stamps

It's not well known, but in 2012, Maureen Sullivan worked to preserve the interior of the beloved Bridgeport landmark the Ramova Grill when it closed after 83 years. Did you know its counter, tables and booths are set up at Benton House -- and you can use the space? Check out the video and learn about what a genuine community leader does with her love for the neighborhood and her volunteer time.

Hello! I have recently opened my new portrait studio Lil' Angels Studio at Morgan and 32nd. I have just gotten in some new spring backgrounds and props and am looking for children who love the camera to test out the new spring styles. Parents will receive a copyright released CD of all images.I have been in business for over 8 years as a mobile children's portrait photographer that specializes in boutique Daycare and Preschool portraits. I have a complete...

Hello! I have recently opened my new portrait studio Lil' Angels Studio at Morgan and 32nd. I have just gotten in some new spring backgrounds and props and am looking for children who love the camera to test out the new spring styles. Parents will receive a copyright released CD of all images.I have been in business for over 8 years as a mobile children's portrait photographer that specializes in boutique Daycare and Preschool portraits. I have a complete resume and currently photograph over 6,000 children every year. Feel free to check me out at www.LilAngelsChicago.com - fyi new website is coming soon! I am looking for children between the ages of 1 and 6 years old (siblings are welcome!). Parents must be present and willing so sign a model release - pictures may be used on fliers, website and/or advertisements.Please email your children's age & gender to LilAngelsChicago@gmail.com if interested. We have limited spaces available on Saturday and Sunday. Thanks!

The Bridgeport Citizens Group would like to thank all of you who braved the cold this evening and made it out to our community forum at Nativity. We hope to make this either a monthly or quarterly occurrence featuring guest speakers and tackling the issues and concerns of the Bridgeport community. We will keep you posted on all upcoming events including our April Landlord workshop both here on EB and on our website at bridgeportcitizensgroup.org

This is a legit modeling gig. I am hiring models ages 18-25 who have a wholesome next door look for a photo shoot with diesel engines. Clothing and photos should be sexy but you cannot be nude, no need for a lot of makeup.These are not glamour shots. This photo shoot will take place in a warehouse full of industrial and truck engines. Rate is TBD based on experience. please see my Craigslist ad here and apply through craigslist.BTW - I am also looking for a photographer with equipment, lighting etc to photograph several models over the course of one day.

Farrell St between 31st and Lyman, Orange cat with light eyes, looks well fed and is friendly, but never seen before last couple days so I'm afraid it's lost....so cold out there! Let me know if it's yours I'll try to hold him for you.

The 11th Ward hasn't changed too much, but look at how the wards were manipulated not for the benefit of the residents, but for the benefit of the incumbents. They drew those maps with the middle finger pointed at the citizens, and I will use the same finger to vote against those who created it.

Erik, I disagree that we are a democratic republic. Our Republic is a country of laws and the people retain the power. We elect our representatives, but we the people retain the power to remove them from office should we find they are not performing as we desire. However I have to sadly admit, we are becoming more of an oligarchy as power is being concentrated amongst a few of our richest, both Democrats and Republicans.

We are considering electing an Alderman to vote on legislation on our behalf. Candidate Patrick Daley Thompson today admitted in the newspaper that if a bad deal for the people comes up in the City Council, and that bad deal is attached to the names of any one of his huge family, he WILL NOT VOTE AGAINST IT, AND WILL INSTEAD LOOK THE OTHER WAY BY NOT VOTING AT ALL.

We are considering electing an Alderman to vote on legislation on our behalf. Candidate Patrick Daley Thompson today admitted in the newspaper that if a bad deal for the people comes up in the City Council, and that bad deal is attached to the names of any one of his huge family, he WILL NOT VOTE AGAINST IT, AND WILL INSTEAD LOOK THE OTHER WAY BY NOT VOTING AT ALL.

This is 100% wrong for us! Bad deals come along all the time and we NEED votes AGAINST them. That is exactly how the parking meter deal passed: not enough Aldermen voted against it.

Remember this: when elected, Maureen Sullivan will ALWAYS vote against bad deals for the people of the 11th Ward. ALWAYS. There are NO Sullivans, NO cousins, NO uncles working pay-to-play politics in Illinois, Cook County or Chicago. ZERO.

Which means Maureen Sullivan can and will represent you 100% of the time. Not her family: you.

Aldermen are banned from owning companies that do business with the city because it is a conflict of interest and there is a high likelihood for abuse. So how is it not a conflict of interest that Daley-Thompson's law firm acts as counsel for the MWRD? I'm genuinely curious to hear an answer from a Daley-Thompson supporter. What am I missing?

By those same standards, There were some calls for transparency made of Ms. Sullivan's non-profit organizations on one of the Facebook pages. As an undecided voter, I would like to see her answer them. I'm not a Daley fan, but I'm looking at my options as are many of my fellow Bridgeport neighbors.

Special thanks to the six volunteers so far! We are appreciative. I am hosting another meeting with BNSF senior leadership 17th/18th. Folks out there with an interest in #health and #safety issues can still get involved to make things better for everyone in the community. In the meantime, we sent out assessment forms to our volunteers to get a better idea of specific viaduct needs (structure, lights, and sanitation concerns) Best, Michelleemail- info@chicagoviaduct.com

touring 16th St. via docs tomorrow with the BNSF team. please let me know if you have any questions about BNSF structures near your community. I will try to get them answered for you. Please email questions or concerns to info@chicagoviaduct.com

I have been calling the bridgeport vet (Wayne, now that he is alone since Larry passed away) for over a week and there is a message that says the clinic is temporarily closed. Does anyone know why? And also does anyone know if Wayne is going to open again soon? I haven't been there in awhile since my dog and then one of my cats passed on. So I am out of the loop

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